Category Archives: Parenthood

Better Than Your Average Sequel

by youngmarriedmom Posted on October 14, 2011

It’s common belief that movie sequels are rarely, if ever better than their predecessors. The greatest exception, of course, being The Mighty Ducks, D2, and D3.  In that case, things just keep getting better. I’m already teaching Jacob to “quack … Continue reading →

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High, Low, Surprise

by youngmarriedmom Posted on October 13, 2011

When I think of the future, I look forward to the time when our family sits around the dinner table to talk about the day. In college, I learned a little game/reflection technique called “High, Low, Surprise,” that I hope … Continue reading →

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He Should Be Three by Now

by youngmarriedmom Posted on October 6, 2011

Jacob’s first birthday was only fifteen days ago, and yet we’ve celebrated it three times. First, on his real birthday, just the three of us. Then in New Jersey, with his grandparents, aunts, uncles (one from California!), and extended family. … Continue reading →

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